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Wednesday, April 1, 2026
US, Canadian swine production systems had nearly 90 million hogs, pigs in December
In December 2025, there were 89.4 million hogs and pigs across US and Canadian swine production systems.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
New research initiatives address H5N1 threats to US swine production
The Swine Health Information Centre (SHIC) in collaboration with the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) and the Pork Checkoff, has recently funded 10 projects addressing research priorities and topics within its H5N1 Risk ...
Friday, January 10, 2025
Phytobiotics: The Power of Biomarkers in Swine Production
In the fast-evolving world of swine production, ensuring the health and performance of livestock is paramount. As producers strive to optimize growth rates, feed conversion ratios (FCR), and overall herd health, the integration of innovativ ...
Friday, December 27, 2024
Philippine swine production expected to grow amid ASF vaccine rollout
Swine production in the Philippines is projected to expand in 2025, buoyed by strong market prices and the rollout of the African swine fever (ASF) vaccine, according to an industry group.
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
US-based Smithfield partners with VisionAg for new swine production venture
US-based Smithfield has entered into an agreement with VisionAg, LLC, an affiliate of HD3 Farms, to supply swine as an independent pork producer.
Monday, May 27, 2024
Philippines allocates US$5.1 million to boost swine production in Cordillera
Philippines' Department of Agriculture (DA) has allocated PHP 300 million (US$5.1 million) to boost swine production in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) under the country's the Integrated National Swine Production Initiatives for ...
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Swine farmers in the Philippines receive US$171,000 swine production boost
The Philippines' Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Caraga Region, handed over a PHP 10 million (US$171,000) project to a group of swine farmers in Agusan del Norte, a province in the Caraga region, Philippine News Agency reported.
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
US research finds protein substitutes can reduce swine production's carbon footprint
Animal scientists at the University of Arkansas' System Division of Agriculture have made strides in curbing the environmental impact of swine production by replacing crude proteins in swine diets with feed grade amino acids, a study reveal ...
Friday, March 15, 2024
ASF leads to decline in swine production in Negros Occidental, Philippines
Swine production in Negros Occidental province, the Philippines, saw a significant decline of 4.79% in 2023, primarily due to the impact of African swine fever (ASF) and hog cholera, as revealed by figures from the Philippine Statistics Aut ...
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Philippine swine production poised for growth amid ASF battle
Swine production in the Philippines is anticipated to see an uptick this year, albeit at a slower rate, as the country makes progress in combating African swine fever (ASF), Philippine Daily Inquirer reported.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
China introduces new regulations to manage swine production amid oversupply concerns
China has announced fresh regulations aimed at controlling the nation's swine production capacity, responding to an oversupply of swine and financial losses incurred due to aggressive farm expansions in recent years, Reuters reported.
Monday, January 29, 2024
China to encourage reduction in swine production capacity
China's Ministry of Agriculture announced plans to encourage farmers to reduce the country's swine production capacity as part of intensified industry regulations, responding to the challenges posed by an oversupply of swine and significant ...
Friday, January 5, 2024
Dominican Republic to boost swine production with new decree
The Dominican Republic has implemented a new decree focused on advancing swine production within the country, aiming to aims to streamline the registration process, enhance surveillance measures, and enable early detection of diseases that ...
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Olymel to cut 80 jobs as swine production eases in western Canada
Canadian pork producer Olymel has announced plans to reduce its swine production in western Canada, resulting in the elimination of approximately 80 jobs, Just-Food reported.
Monday, September 12, 2022
USDA expects moderate growth for Latin American swine production this year
Moderate growth is projected for Latin America's swine production in 2022, but exports from Brazil, Mexico and Chile will fall, according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

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